Definition:Impulsive Force

Definition

An impulsive force is a large force applied for a very short time.

Examples

Hammer Blow

The blow of a hammer is an example of an impulsive force.

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Sources

• 1998: David Nelson: The Penguin Dictionary of Mathematics (2nd ed.) ... (previous) ... (next): impulse: 2. (impulsive force)
• 2008: David Nelson: The Penguin Dictionary of Mathematics (4th ed.) ... (previous) ... (next): impulse: 2. (impulsive force)